1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 1997 Tata Estate is newer by 22 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 1102 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, 1997 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Kitten | 1997 Tata Estate | |
Make | Reliant | Tata |
Model | Kitten | Estate |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 63 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2830 mm |