1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 15 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 335 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | 929 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
