1997 Honda Accord vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 685 kg more than 1969 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord, 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Accord | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
