1969 NSU 1000 vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1974 Triumph Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU 1000 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 208 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, 1974 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 NSU 1000 | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | NSU | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1177 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |
