1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | 90 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 82 L |
