1973 NSU 1000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 612 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2651 mm |
