1988 Citroen CX vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 760 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.
Because 1970 NSU 1000 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 1970 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | NSU |
| Model | CX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |
