1989 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen AX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX, 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, 1989 Citroen AX (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | AX | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 27 L |
