1962 Morris Minor vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 1974 NSU 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Morris Minor weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 NSU 1000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Morris | NSU |
| Model | Minor | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2260 mm |
