1985 Citroen C vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1985 Citroen C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen C (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen C weights approximately 307 kg more than 1975 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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, 1985 Citroen C (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | C | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 27 L |
