2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 33 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 942 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Ascari | Reliant |
| Model | KZ1 | Bug |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 1960 mm |
