1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 14 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 195 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 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 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | NSU | Seat |
Model | Wankel Spider | 124 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 1197 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2430 mm |