1994 Honda Civic vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic, 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Honda | NSU |
Model | Civic | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |