1970 Austin 3 vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 1970 Austin 3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 974 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | Austin | NSU |
| Model | 3 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
