1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 1900 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |
