1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1965 NSU 1200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1200 (54 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 159 kg more than 1965 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
Model | Giulietta | 1200 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |