1964 NSU 1000 vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1967 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Corolla (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 kg more than 1964 NSU 1000. 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 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 NSU 1000 | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
