2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten

To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten.

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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1980 Reliant Kitten
Make Mazda Reliant
Model MX-5 Miata Kitten
Year Released 2007 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 848 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 39 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 27 L


 

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