1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 328 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Lancia | NSU |
| Model | Beta | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
