1982 Nissan Laurel vs. 1964 NSU 1000
To start off, 1982 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 420 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, 1982 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Laurel | 1964 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Laurel | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
