1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1300 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 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Reliant Kitten | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Reliant | Audi |
Model | Kitten | A6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2912 mm |