1969 NSU 1000 vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1983 Toyota Starlet is newer by 14 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 1,177 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU 1000 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 70 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 NSU 1000 | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1177 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
