1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
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, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
| Model | Consorte | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
