2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1565 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Land Rover | Reliant |
| Model | Discovery | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 27 L |
