1968 MG MGC vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 1972 NSU 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000.
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, 1968 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGC | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | MG | NSU |
| Model | MGC | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
