2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 1336 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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 2008 Isuzu I-350 has automatic transmission and 1975 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1975 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | I-350 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 27 L |
