1974 NSU 1000 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1974 NSU 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Olympia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 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 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1974 NSU 1000 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | NSU | Opel |
Model | 1000 | Olympia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |