2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 37 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 620 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Bravo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
