1995 Honda CRX vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda CRX weights approximately 390 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 1970 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 1970 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX, 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, 1995 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | CRX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2260 mm |
