1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 is newer by 3 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 124 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1966 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, 1969 Fiat 124 (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 124 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 34 L |
