1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Spider | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
