1957 Austin Princess vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin Princess (118 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Austin | NSU |
| Model | Princess | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2240 mm |
