1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Because 1965 NSU Wankel Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Fiesta | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
