1968 NSU 1000 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU 1000 (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU 1000 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | NSU | Simca |
| Model | 1000 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
