1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 1989 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1989 ZIL 4104 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 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 ZIL 4104 (312 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
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, 1989 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 1989 ZIL 4104 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. 1989 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 1989 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Reliant | ZIL |
| Model | Kitten | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 7690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3890 mm |
