2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 545 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Strada | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 27 L |
