1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1677 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Reliant | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kitten | CL |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |