1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Spider | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
