1973 NSU 1000 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 10 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 350 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000. 1983 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1973 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | NSU | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
