1963 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 1966 Riley 4 is newer by 3 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Riley 4 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1963 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, 1966 Riley 4 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | NSU | Riley |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1622 cc |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
