1964 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa, 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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Previa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2438 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
