1960 NSU Sport vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1965 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 209 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 | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | NSU | Triumph |
| Model | Sport | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
