1974 DAF 66 vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1966 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, 1974 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | DAF | NSU |
| Model | 66 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
