1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1965 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 NSU 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Tipo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
