1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Scorpio | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Scorpio | 1000 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |