1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 335 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Sierra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
