1990 Honda Civic vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 378 kg more than 1972 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1990 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
