1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1964 NSU 1000
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 980 kg more than 1964 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1964 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | NSU |
| Model | Berlina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
