1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | 929 | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
