1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten

To start off, both 1975 Porsche 930 and 1975 Reliant Kitten were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Porsche 930 1975 Reliant Kitten
Make Porsche Reliant
Model 930 Kitten
Year Released 1975 1975
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 848 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 39 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 6.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 538 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3350 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2150 mm


 

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