2009 Honda Accord vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1343 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.
Because 1968 NSU 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Accord | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
