1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 660 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, 1993 Xedos 6, 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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Kitten | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Reliant | Xedos |
| Model | Kitten | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2620 mm |
