1953 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1968 NSU 1000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 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 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Aurelia | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | NSU |
| Model | Aurelia | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 82 L |
