2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 39 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug.
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, 2009 Honda S2000 (173 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | S2000 | Bug |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
