2001 Audi TT vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 26 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 852 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 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi TT (225 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | TT | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2150 mm |
