1980 Audi Sport vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | NSU |
| Model | Sport | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2260 mm |
