1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 407 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, 1982 Holden Gemini (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 1982 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1975 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1975 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Reliant | Holden |
| Model | Kitten | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
