1966 NSU 1000 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 175 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
