1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | GTV6 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 660 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 |
