1979 Ford Granada vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 16 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 880 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Granada | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
