1996 Honda Civic vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 494 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 NSU 1200 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 1965 NSU 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Civic | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
