1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Beijing | NSU |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
