2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 720 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 NSU Wankel Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Premacy | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |
