1999 Holden Commodore vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1978 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Commodore | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Holden | Reliant |
Model | Commodore | Kitten |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2150 mm |