1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
Model | Charade | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2020 mm |