1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (81 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 313 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Giulia | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 34 L |
