1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 189 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, 1950 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | NSU | Peugeot |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 203 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 495 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
