1972 Mazda RX-2 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 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 425 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 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | RX-2 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2150 mm |
