1970 Humber Sceptre vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1970 Humber Sceptre is newer by 3 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 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 257 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, 1970 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Humber Sceptre | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Humber | NSU |
| Model | Sceptre | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
