1969 Morris Minor vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1969 Morris Minor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 1,177 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1200 (54 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Minor weights approximately 84 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200.
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, 1965 NSU 1200 (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 NSU 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Morris | NSU |
| Model | Minor | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
