1970 Reliant Bug vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 31 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 752 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, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Bug | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Bug | RunX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 408 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2800 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 55 L |
