1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 478 kg more than 1965 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Sierra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
