1957 Isuzu Minx vs. 1961 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1961 NSU Prinz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 380 kg more than 1961 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, 1957 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Isuzu Minx | 1961 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Isuzu | NSU |
| Model | Minx | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
