1978 Reliant Kitten vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover Streetwise (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover Streetwise, 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, 2003 Rover Streetwise (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Reliant Kitten | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Reliant | Rover |
Model | Kitten | Streetwise |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 79 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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |