1999 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 875 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1978 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1978 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Accord | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2150 mm |
