1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 21 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 638 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | Xantia | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |
