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Reliant Bug

General information

ModelReliant Bug
Year1970
CategoryMinicars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size701 ccm (42.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement701 ccm (42.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power31.00 PS (23 kW or 31 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque52.00 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.4 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.4:1
Bore x stroke605.0 x 61.0 mm (23.8 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed121.0 km/h (75.2 mph)
0-50 miles13.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0762 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4140 litres (1,094 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight408 kg (899.5 pounds)
Overall length2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Overall width1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1960 mm (77.2 inches)
Fuel capacity23.0 litres (6.08 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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