2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 43 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 550 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Kia | NSU |
| Model | Borrego | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 34 L |
