1977 Honda Civic vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
Because 1966 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 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, 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, 1977 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Civic | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 34 L |
