1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 23 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 345 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, 1998 Renault Clio, 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, 1998 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Clio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
