1963 NSU 1000 LS vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1966 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Kadett weights approximately 135 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, 1966 Opel Kadett (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 LS | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | 1000 LS | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
