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 |