1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 325 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina 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 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | NSU | Toyota |
Model | Wankel Spider | Carina |
Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2510 mm |