1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 941 kg more than 1978 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | E | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
