1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 14 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 617 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | 2000 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
