2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 775 kg more than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Croma | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |
