1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1964 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1964 NSU Prinz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1964 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep CJ5 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1964 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Jeep | NSU |
| Model | CJ5 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
