1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy is newer by 31 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Justy (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Justy weights approximately 470 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 2006 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Justy (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Kitten | Justy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 41 L |
