1970 Reliant Bug vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1970 Reliant Bug is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 595 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, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Bug | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Bug | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 408 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2340 mm |
