1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 270 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.
Because 1963 NSU 1000 LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 NSU 1000 LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Citroen | NSU |
| Model | Visa | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
