1963 NSU 1000 C vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 315 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina 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 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 C | Carina |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 61 L |
