1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1970 NSU 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Fairlane (152 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 740 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Fairlane | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Fairlane | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
