1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 661 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
