1963 NSU 1000 LS vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1969 Reliant Rebel is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 NSU 1000 LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU 1000 LS (42 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU 1000 LS should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 NSU 1000 LS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 NSU 1000 LS (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 NSU 1000 LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 LS | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | NSU | Reliant |
| Model | 1000 LS | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
