1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia 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 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 265 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 Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Familia | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 848 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2150 mm |
