2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 543 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Spark | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 27 L |
