1974 NSU 1000 vs. 1978 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1978 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 4 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 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 NSU 1000 (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 NSU 1000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 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 NSU 1000 (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 NSU 1000 | 1978 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | NSU | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
