1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 536 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | 929 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |
