1952 Austin A vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1963 NSU 1000 C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Austin | NSU |
| Model | A | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 44 L |
