1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 14 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, 1970 NSU 1200 (85 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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 (112 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Giulietta | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2240 mm |
