1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | 323 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2150 mm |
