1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 1972 NSU 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Coupe | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | NSU |
Model | Coupe | 1000 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |