1973 Ginetta G15 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1973 Ginetta G15 is newer by 3 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 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ginetta G15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ginetta G15 (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Ginetta G15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ginetta G15 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Ginetta | Reliant |
| Model | G15 | Bug |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
