2001 Honda Civic vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 305 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, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Civic | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
