1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 1 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 540 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, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Delta | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
Model | Delta | Kitten |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2150 mm |