1959 NSU Prinz I vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 719 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz I | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | NSU | Vauxhall |
Model | Prinz I | Carlton |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |