2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 719 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio, 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 Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Mobilio | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Mobilio | Kitten |
Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 27 L |