1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1981 Reliant Kitten is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Kitten is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Kitten (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Kitten weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Reliant Kitten (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Kitten will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Chante | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 848 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2150 mm |
