2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 832 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 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra Commander 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 Mahindra Commander (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Commander | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mahindra | Reliant |
| Model | Commander | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2150 mm |
