1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 232 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, 1977 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Cherry | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2150 mm |
