1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1656 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kitten | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
