1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (137 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 295 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Mazda | NSU |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |