1966 NSU 1000 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 36 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tamora weights approximately 350 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | NSU | TVR |
| Model | 1000 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
