2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Kia | NSU |
| Model | Sorento | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
