1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 1972 NSU 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 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 70 kg more than 1960 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Abarth | NSU |
Model | 750 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |