1960 NSU Sport vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1960 NSU Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 NSU Sport | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | NSU | Rover |
| Model | Sport | P4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
