1998 Honda NSX vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 28 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 1022 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, 1998 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug. 1998 Honda NSX 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. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | NSX | Bug |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 23 L |
