2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1865 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 2001 Chevrolet Express 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. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Express | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 27 L |
