1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 440 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Luce | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
