1961 Fiat 1300 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 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU 1200 (85 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
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 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 1300 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
