1966 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | NSU | Chevrolet |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2760 mm |
