1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 960 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.
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 (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | NSU |
| Model | Berlina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
