1956 AC Aceca vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 1974 NSU 1000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 234 kg more than 1974 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, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
Make | AC | NSU |
Model | Aceca | 1000 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 70 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |