1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 24 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 855 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, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Opel | Reliant |
Model | Meriva | Kitten |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 27 L |