2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1383 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | SL | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 27 L |
