1963 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1964 Toyota Publica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,000 cc, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 120 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. 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, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 NSU Wankel Spider | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
Make | NSU | Toyota |
Model | Wankel Spider | Publica |
Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 696 cc |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |