1970 Reliant Bug vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1230 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 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Reliant Bug. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Bug | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Bug | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 408 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 60 L |
