1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1979 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1979 Reliant Kitten is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,271 cc, 1975 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1979 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Familia | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 848 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2150 mm |
