1973 NSU 1000 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 NSU 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 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 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 NSU 1000 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | NSU | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Corona |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |