1966 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 3 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 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
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, 1969 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Skoda 1202 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 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | NSU | Skoda |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1174 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
