1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 19 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 585 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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1996 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Kitten | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Megane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
