1995 Fiat Uno vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1995 Fiat Uno is newer by 20 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 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Uno weights approximately 385 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 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, 1995 Fiat Uno, 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, 1995 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Uno | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | Uno | Kitten |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1371 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2150 mm |