2004 Lexus GS vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten. 2004 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1978 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1978 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GS | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Lexus | Reliant |
| Model | GS | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 27 L |
