1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1973 NSU 1000

To start off, 1973 NSU 1000 is newer by 6 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 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.

Compare all specifications:

1967 NSU Wankel Spider 1973 NSU 1000
Make NSU NSU
Model Wankel Spider 1000
Year Released 1967 1973
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 497 cc 996 cc
Horse Power 49 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 660 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


 

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