1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 404 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Comodoro | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
