1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 27 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 552 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, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Beretta 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 | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | NSU | Chevrolet |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1990 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
