1960 NSU Sport vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 504 is newer by 10 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 814 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 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | NSU | Peugeot |
| Model | Sport | 504 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
