1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 1972 NSU 1000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 NSU 1000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
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, 1972 NSU 1000 (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Abarth | NSU |
Model | 750 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |