1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 1965 NSU 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,119 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1965 NSU 1000. 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, 1953 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | GAZ | NSU |
| Model | M-20 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
