2008 Hyundai H100 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai H100 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai H100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai H100 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Hyundai | Reliant |
| Model | H100 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |
