1969 NSU 1000 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 NSU 1000 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | NSU | Rover |
| Model | 1000 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1177 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
