1964 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 24 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 225 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 1964 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 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | NSU | Vauxhall |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2530 mm |
