1975 Reliant Kitten vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 934 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Kitten | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Reliant | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kitten | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 538 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2874 mm |
