1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude, 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Prelude | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 34 L |
