1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 868 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | NSU | Honda |
Model | Wankel Spider | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 3471 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |