1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 32 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 766 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Pickup | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
