2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 37 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 990 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | NSU |
| Model | Berlina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
