1948 Holden FX vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1959 NSU Prinz I is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Holden FX (51 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Holden FX weights approximately 454 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. 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, 1948 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1948 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | Holden | NSU |
| Model | FX | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
