2007 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 935 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Freelander | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | NSU |
| Model | Freelander | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
