1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 205 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.
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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | NSU | Vauxhall |
Model | Wankel Spider | Firenza |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 1759 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2470 mm |