1973 NSU 1000 vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 1974 Toyota Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 1105 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, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Century |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
