2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 387 kg more than 1970 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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 Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Jazz | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
