2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 310 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Lotus | NSU |
| Model | Exige | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
