2003 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 985 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | C | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 27 L |
