1963 NSU 1000 LS vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 8 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 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 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | NSU | Simca |
| Model | 1000 LS | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
