1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 41 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 795 kg more than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
