1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 32 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 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 75 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
| Model | Naked | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
