1947 Austin 16 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1959 NSU Prinz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Austin | NSU |
Model | 16 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1947 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |