2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1375 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1977 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1977 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | 300 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 27 L |
