1970 Audi Variant vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1970 Audi Variant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU 1000 (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000.
Because 1968 NSU 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | NSU |
| Model | Variant | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
