2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 35 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1215 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.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
Model | Astro | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 34 L |