1978 Ford Capri vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU 1000 (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000.
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 (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Capri | 1000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |