1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 497 cc, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1959 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | NSU |
| Model | 2CV | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 34 L |
