1970 Reliant Bug vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 772 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, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Bug | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Bug | 75 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 408 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 65 L |
