1979 Reliant Kitten vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1979 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Kitten. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1979 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1979 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Reliant Kitten | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | Reliant | Honda |
Model | Kitten | Legend |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |