1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 222 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 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Panda | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 27 L |
