1963 NSU 1000 C vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1963 NSU 1000 C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 895 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder 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 | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | NSU | Riley |
| Model | 1000 C | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 59 L |
