1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 NSU 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU 1200 (85 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700.
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, 1970 NSU 1200 (81 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 1970 NSU 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | NSU |
| Model | 700 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
