1968 NSU 1000 vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 NSU 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU 1000 (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 NSU 1000 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. 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, 1968 NSU 1000 (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU 1000 | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | NSU | Steyr |
| Model | 1000 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |
