1969 MG MGB vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1969 MG MGB is newer by 3 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 MG MGB weights approximately 230 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, 1969 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG MGB | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | MG | NSU |
| Model | MGB | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 880 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2260 mm |
