1978 Ford Capri vs. 1964 NSU 1000
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 360 kg more than 1964 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 Ford Capri (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1964 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Capri | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
