1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 is newer by 27 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 45 weights approximately 570 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, 2002 Rover 45, 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, 2002 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Kitten | 2002 Rover 45 | |
Make | Reliant | Rover |
Model | Kitten | 45 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |