1990 Ford Probe vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1990 Ford Probe is newer by 27 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 550 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, 1990 Ford Probe, 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, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Probe | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Probe | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1000 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |