1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 124 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Giulia | Sport |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
