1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 99 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
