1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 795 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | NSU | Willys-Overland |
Model | Wankel Spider | Rural |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 2638 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2660 mm |