1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 38 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 55 kg more than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1967 NSU Wankel Spider | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | NSU | Honda |
Model | Wankel Spider | Life |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 656 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2370 mm |