2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | X-Trail | Bug |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 23 L |
