1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 29 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1182 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Viper | Bug |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1960 mm |
