1947 GAZ M20 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1970 Reliant Bug is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 GAZ M20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 GAZ M20 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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, 1947 GAZ M20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1947 GAZ M20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 GAZ M20 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | GAZ | Reliant |
| Model | M20 | Bug |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1960 mm |
