1999 Honda Z vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 NSU 1000 (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Z | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
