Erm - any particular reason you're only considering these two? They seem to be at opposite ends of the spectrum, both aesthetically and functionally. Maybe something in between, like a NR? Or even an older Shimano 600? Decent performance, plenty of vintage looks.
BTW, IMHO a modern ramped-cog freewheel will make any derailleur, especially a vintage one, shift vastly better, which nearly eliminates functionality considerations.
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1987 Nishiki Prestige (now 650B!)
1981 Trek 710
198? Nishiki Olympic 12 mixte (now 650B!)
2020 Surly Troll fat-tire build