1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1986 Renault Rodeo is newer by 11 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Kitten (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Rodeo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
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, 1986 Renault Rodeo, 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, 1986 Renault Rodeo (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 34 L |
