2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 362 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | SSR | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
