1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1835 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1977 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Kitten | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Reliant | BMW |
| Model | Kitten | X5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 85 L |
