1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 775 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 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Kitten | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Reliant | Subaru |
Model | Kitten | Legacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |