2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 846 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Reliant Kitten is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 1978 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1978 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
| Model | U4 B | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2150 mm |
