2007 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 31 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1976 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1976 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Acura | Reliant |
| Model | MDX | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 27 L |
