1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Reliant Kitten is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1975 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Subaru Leone (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Kitten | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2450 mm |
