1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 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 1,000 cc, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 26 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
| Model | Charade | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
