1971 Ford Maverick vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1971 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 620 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Maverick | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Maverick | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
