2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 35 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU 1000 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
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, 2000 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ariel | NSU |
| Model | Atom | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
