1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 550 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Kitten | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Kitten | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |