1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 386 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
