1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1981 Reliant Kitten is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Kitten is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Kitten (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Reliant Kitten (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Kitten will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Kitten | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2040 mm |
