2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1971 NSU 1000
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1971 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | NSU |
| Model | Pregio | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |
