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NSU 1000

General information

ModelNSU 1000
Year1965
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size996 ccm (60.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement996 ccm (60.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power44.00 PS (32 kW or 43 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque71.00 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke76.0 x 66.6 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0677 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3350 litres (885 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight650 kg (1,433.0 pounds)
Overall length3800 mm (149.6 inches)
Overall width1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2260 mm (89.0 inches)
Fuel capacity37.0 litres (9.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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