1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1973 NSU 1000 is newer by 12 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 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 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | NSU |
Model | 1300 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
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 | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |