2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 42 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 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 430 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Strada | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
