1974 NSU 1000 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 NSU 1000 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | NSU | Simca |
| Model | 1000 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
