1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1971 NSU 1000
To start off, 1971 NSU 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ginetta G4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ginetta G4 (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ginetta G4 should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU 1000 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4.
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, 1960 Ginetta G4 (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Ginetta G4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ginetta G4 | 1971 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Ginetta | NSU |
Model | G4 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2260 mm |