2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 36 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 105 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1964 NSU Wankel Spider (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Daewoo | NSU |
| Model | Matiz | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2020 mm |
