1974 NSU 1000 vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1977 Reliant Kitten is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant Kitten (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 NSU 1000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
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, 1974 NSU 1000 (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1974 NSU 1000 | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | NSU | Reliant |
Model | 1000 | Kitten |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2150 mm |