1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider

To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 495 cc, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 245 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mazda Chante 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
Make Mazda NSU
Model Chante Wankel Spider
Year Released 1972 1965
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 358 cc 495 cc
Horse Power 30 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 735 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 3590 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2020 mm


 

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