1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1978 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 344 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, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Alpine | NSU |
| Model | A 310 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |
