1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 20 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 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Because 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 127 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2030 mm |
