1999 Opel Omega vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1226 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.
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 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1975 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1975 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Opel | Reliant |
Model | Omega | Kitten |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 27 L |