2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1648 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 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Reliant Bug. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Sorento | Bug |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 23 L |
