1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 640 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 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | NSU |
| Model | Delta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2260 mm |
