1966 NSU 1000 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 17 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 694 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, 1983 Opel Senator (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
