2004 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 809 kg more than 1975 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Rezzo | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Daewoo | Reliant |
| Model | Rezzo | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |
