1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 25 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Echo (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 405 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, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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, 2000 Toyota Echo (122 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Kitten | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Kitten | Echo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 122 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2380 mm |