2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
Model | 360 | Kitten |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 27 L |