1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 20 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 299 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.
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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Hyundai | NSU |
| Model | Stellar | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2020 mm |
