1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 10 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 522 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | 2000 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
