2000 Ford Puma vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 27 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 350 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 1973 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 1973 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 2000 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Puma | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
