1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 25 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Festiva weights approximately 81 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, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Festiva | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2020 mm |