1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 12 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 735 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
Model | Alfa 6 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |