1977 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1977 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 727 kg more than 1975 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Scimitar | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Scimitar | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.8 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 27 L |
