1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 1,177 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1200 (54 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU 1200 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1977 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 1200 (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 NSU 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 126 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
