1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 36 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 665 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 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Kitten | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Reliant | Dacia |
Model | Kitten | Duster |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2673 mm |