1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1983 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Mazda | Reliant |
Model | RX-4 | Kitten |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2150 mm |