1950 Holden FX vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1965 NSU Prinz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Holden FX (51 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 405 kg more than 1965 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, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Holden | NSU |
| Model | FX | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 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 | 30 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
