2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | GAZ | NSU |
| Model | 3111 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
