2003 MCC Smart vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,000 cc, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 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 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC Smart | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | MCC | NSU |
Model | Smart | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1000 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |