1974 NSU 1000 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 36 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 971 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens, 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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 NSU 1000 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | NSU | Kia |
| Model | 1000 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
