1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 817 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Kitten | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Kitten | Highlander |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |