1969 NSU 1000 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1969 NSU 1000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU 1000 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 NSU 1000.
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, 1969 NSU 1000 (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1969 NSU 1000 | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1177 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.3 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |