2004 Noble M14 vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Noble M14 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Noble | NSU |
| Model | M14 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
