2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 37 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1274 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.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Hyundai | NSU |
| Model | Equus | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2440 mm |
