1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1000 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU 1000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1965 NSU 1000 (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | NSU |
Model | 126 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 37 L |