1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Tempra | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2020 mm |
