1963 NSU 1000 LS vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 24 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 2 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU 1000 LS should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Seat Marbella weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Because 1963 NSU 1000 LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 NSU 1000 LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 NSU 1000 LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 LS | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | NSU | Seat |
| Model | 1000 LS | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
