1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1966 NSU Prinz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 245 kg more than 1966 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, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Hudson | NSU |
| Model | Metropolitan | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
