1972 Isuzu 117 vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1977 Reliant Kitten is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Isuzu 117 (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Isuzu 117 | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | 117 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 27 L |
