1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 685 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
Make | Holden | NSU |
Model | Belmont | 1000 C |
Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |