1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 27 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), 2004 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 555 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, 2004 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Kitten | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Kitten | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
