1966 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1968 NSU 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU 1000 (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000.
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, 1968 NSU 1000 (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | NSU | NSU |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 996 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
