1977 Dodge Omni vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, both 1977 Dodge Omni and 1977 Reliant Kitten were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Omni (75 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Omni weights approximately 465 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Omni, 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, 1977 Dodge Omni (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Omni | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Omni | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2150 mm |
