1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1968 NSU 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 630 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
Model | Spider | 1000 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |