1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 26 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 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 285 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 1967 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 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405, 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 NSU Wankel Spider | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | NSU | Peugeot |
Model | Wankel Spider | 405 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1578 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2680 mm |