1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1328 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Reliant | Mazda |
| Model | Kitten | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
