1969 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1969 Lancia Flaminia 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 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 900 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flaminia | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Lancia | NSU |
| Model | Flaminia | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 34 L |
