2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | NSU |
| Model | Defender | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
