2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 27 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C 15 (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 410 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 1975 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 1975 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C 15, 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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | C 15 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 27 L |
