1966 NSU 1000 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | NSU | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
