1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 23 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 715 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 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Kitten | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Kitten | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |
