1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1966 NSU 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 264 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Giulietta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 37 L |
