1970 MG 1100 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug

To start off, both 1970 MG 1100 and 1970 Reliant Bug were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 MG 1100 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 MG 1100 weights approximately 432 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.

Because 1970 Reliant Bug 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 1970 Reliant Bug. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 MG 1100, 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, 1970 MG 1100 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.

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