1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1964 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | GTV6 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
