1998 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 23 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
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, 1998 Audi A6, 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, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | A6 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2150 mm |
