1970 Reliant Bug vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 787 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, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Bug | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 408 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2470 mm |
