1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 18 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 788 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, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 1993 Kia Capital 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. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Kitten | 1993 Kia Capital | |
Make | Reliant | Kia |
Model | Kitten | Capital |
Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2530 mm |