2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1976 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Sedona | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 27 L |
