1970 NSU 1200 vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU 1200 (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4.
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, 1967 Riley 4 (120 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1967 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 NSU 1200 | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | NSU | Riley |
| Model | 1200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
