1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 895 kg more than 1967 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fairlane | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Fairlane | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2020 mm |