1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1978 Alpine A 310 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 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 78 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Alpine | NSU |
Model | A 310 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |