2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Roadster | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 34 L |
