1970 Reliant Bug vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 517 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Bug | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Bug | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 408 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 70 L |
