1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
| Model | Lancer | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
