1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1969 NSU 1000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,177 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000.
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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Abarth | NSU |
Model | 1000 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 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 | 680 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |