1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 34 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 718 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, 2011 Kia Venga, 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, 2011 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Reliant Kitten | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Reliant | Kia |
Model | Kitten | Venga |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1253 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 48 L |