1999 Audi TT vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 22 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 775 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.
Because 1977 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 1977 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT, 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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | TT | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |
