1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica 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 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, 2009 Tata Indica, 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, 2009 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Reliant | Tata |
| Model | Kitten | Indica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |
