1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 13 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 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 78 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 384 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.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | NSU |
| Model | Beta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
