2005 Honda Fit vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1977 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 1977 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit, 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 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Fit | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 27 L |
