2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1967 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 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Seicento | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |
