1963 NSU 1000 C vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1963 NSU 1000 C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 NSU 1000 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Saab 94 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 NSU 1000 C weights approximately 136 kg more than 1954 Saab 94.
Because 1963 NSU 1000 C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 NSU 1000 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Saab 94 (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Saab 94 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 C | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | NSU | Saab |
| Model | 1000 C | 94 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
