1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1966 Ford 12 M is newer by 3 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 255 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford 12 M | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | 12 M | 1000 LS |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |