1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 374 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon 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 | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | NSU | Plymouth |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Neon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |
