1963 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,000 cc, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Reliant Kitten. 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 Wankel Spider (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | NSU | Reliant |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 848 cc |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 27 L |
