1966 NSU 1000 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 800 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 NSU 1000 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | NSU | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |