1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 37 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 952 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, 2012 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Reliant | Mazda |
Model | Kitten | 5 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 1490 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 |