2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 32 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Barchetta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
