1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, both 1966 Austin A 60 and 1966 NSU Wankel Spider were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 60 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Austin A 60 (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 60 | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Austin | NSU |
Model | A 60 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |