1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1970 NSU 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1970 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, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Austin | NSU |
Model | A 40 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2260 mm |