1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 34 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1975 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1975 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | Kitten | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3270 mm |
