1981 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 622 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
| Model | Sigma | Bug |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1960 mm |
