2002 Honda Capa vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 24 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 545 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 1978 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 1978 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, 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 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten. 2002 Honda Capa 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. 2002 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Capa | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Capa | Kitten |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2150 mm |