1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1993 Fiat Tempra is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
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, 1993 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1993 Fiat Tempra (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Tempra | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
