1996 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-3 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 521 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 Mazda MX-3, 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 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MX-3 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | MX-3 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |
