1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1971 NSU 1000
To start off, 1971 NSU 1000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU 1000 (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU 1000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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, 1971 NSU 1000 (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 1971 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | NSU |
Model | 600 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |