1976 Reliant Kitten vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 965 kg more than 1976 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten. 1996 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1976 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1976 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Reliant Kitten | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Reliant | Honda |
Model | Kitten | CR-V |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 63 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2620 mm |