2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 26 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 340 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, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | Punto | Kitten |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 27 L |