1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1964 NSU 1000
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 529 kg more than 1964 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1964 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | GTV | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
