1973 NSU 1000 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 37 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 1,421 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 564 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.
Because 1973 NSU 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
