1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1966 NSU Wankel Spider (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Fiat | NSU |
Model | 500 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 34 L |