2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Panda | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
