1970 Reliant Bug vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 42 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug.
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, 2012 Renault Trafic, 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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Bug | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Bug | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 90 L |
