1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Giulietta | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
