1963 NSU 1000 C vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 31 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 585 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.
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, 1994 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1994 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt 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 | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | NSU | Plymouth |
| Model | 1000 C | Colt |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
