1961 Austin A vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
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, 1961 Austin A (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Austin | NSU |
| Model | A | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
