1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 100 NX | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | 100 NX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
