1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Seat Marbella is newer by 18 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Marbella weights approximately 145 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, 1995 Seat Marbella, 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 Reliant Kitten (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant Kitten will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Reliant Kitten | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Reliant | Seat |
Model | Kitten | Marbella |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2170 mm |