1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1982 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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1982 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1982 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant Kitten | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Reliant | Rover |
Model | Kitten | 75 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2630 mm |