1959 NSU Prinz I vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 984 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.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 NSU Prinz I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V 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 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | NSU | Honda |
| Model | Prinz I | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
