1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 932 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, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Reliant | Mazda |
| Model | Kitten | 5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
