1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (81 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 348 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Giulia | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 50 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 34 L |
