1963 NSU 1000 LS vs. 1967 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1967 Zastava 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Zastava 1500 (53 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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, 1967 Zastava 1500 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
1963 NSU 1000 LS | 1967 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | NSU | Zastava |
Model | 1000 LS | 1500 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 70 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |