1973 NSU 1000 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1973 NSU 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 TVR Vixen weights approximately 78 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, 1969 TVR Vixen (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | NSU | TVR |
| Model | 1000 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
