1999 Kia Joice vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 34 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 669 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, 1999 Kia Joice, 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Kia | NSU |
| Model | Joice | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
