1969 DAF 44 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 6 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 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 NSU 1000 LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU 1000 LS (42 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU 1000 LS should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 DAF 44 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 NSU 1000 LS (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 NSU 1000 LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | DAF | NSU |
| Model | 44 | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
