2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1149 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 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Sportage | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 27 L |
