1970 Reliant Bug vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 877 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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Bug | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Reliant | Mini |
| Model | Bug | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 408 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2800 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 50 L |
