2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 800 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1965 NSU 1000. 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 919 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Lotec | NSU |
| Model | C 1000 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
