1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Patrol | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2020 mm |
