1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1970 NSU 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 NSU 1000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 Alpine A 110.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alpine A 110 | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Alpine | NSU |
| Model | A 110 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2260 mm |
