2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 943 kg more than 1981 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 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | B3000 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 27 L |
