2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1975 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Dacia | Reliant |
Model | Logan | Kitten |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |