1964 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 405 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 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
