1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. 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, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | NSU | NSU |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 996 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 650 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 | 37 L |
