1968 NSU 1000 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU 1000 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
