2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 869 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 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (210 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | 6 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
