1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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 Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Concerto | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
