1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 195 kg more than 1964 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Isuzu | NSU |
| Model | Bellett | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2020 mm |
