2005 Holden Combo vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Holden Combo is newer by 30 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), 2005 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Combo (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Combo should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Combo weights approximately 662 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, 2005 Holden Combo, 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, 2005 Holden Combo (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Combo | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 86 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2150 mm |
