1966 NSU 1000 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 909 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 1966 NSU 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | NSU | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 56 L |
