1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | RX-7 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
