1971 NSU 1000 vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1971 NSU 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1200S weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 NSU 1000. 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, 1968 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1971 NSU 1000 | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
Make | NSU | Simca |
Model | 1000 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |