1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 22 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1592 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug. 1992 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1970 Reliant Bug has manual transmission. 1970 Reliant Bug will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
Model | Virage | Bug |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |