2000 Lada Samara vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 30 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara weights approximately 582 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.
Because 1970 Reliant Bug is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Reliant Bug. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lada Samara (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Lada | Reliant |
| Model | Samara | Bug |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1960 mm |
