1965 NSU 1000 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 NSU 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1965 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, 1959 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 NSU 1000 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | NSU | Peugeot |
Model | 1000 | 203 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |