2008 Nissan Navara vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 44 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1297 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 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Navara | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Navara | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
