1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
Model | Charmant | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1000 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2030 mm |