1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 NSU Wankel Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | NSU | NSU |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
