1960 NSU Sport vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1970 Riley 4 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 632 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 Riley 4 | |
| Make | NSU | Riley |
| Model | Sport | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
