1966 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 790 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | NSU | Renault |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
