1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Ritmo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
