1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1969 NSU 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,177 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU 1000 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 NSU 1000 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1969 NSU 1000 (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Abarth | NSU |
Model | 500 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |