1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2001 Rover 25
To start off, 2001 Rover 25 is newer by 36 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 1,119 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 25 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 25 weights approximately 295 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 1965 NSU Wankel Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Rover 25 (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 25 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 | 2001 Rover 25 | |
| Make | NSU | Rover |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 25 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 495 cc | 1119 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
