1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 899 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, 2010 Honda Stream, 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, 2010 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Honda Stream | |
Make | Reliant | Honda |
Model | Kitten | Stream |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |