1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1966 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1966 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | NSU |
| Model | 100 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 34 L |
