1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1970 NSU 1000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | NSU |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
