2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1502 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug. 2005 Chrysler 300 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. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | 300 | Bug |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 23 L |
