1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 232 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, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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 Fiat Uno (85 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Uno | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2150 mm |
