2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 1979 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1979 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 1979 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | GT-R | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 481 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 27 L |
