1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 17 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 587 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 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
| Model | Feroza | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |
