1966 NSU 1000 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 41 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1196 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | NSU | SsangYong |
| Model | 1000 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
