1973 NSU 1000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 898 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
