1976 Reliant Kitten vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 36 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Sandero weights approximately 576 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 1976 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Sandero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Renault Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant Kitten | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
