2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Move is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Move, 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, 2000 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
| Model | Move | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 27 L |
