1959 NSU Prinz I vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 754 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 1959 NSU Prinz I is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 NSU Prinz I. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul 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 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | NSU | Kia |
| Model | Prinz I | Soul |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 48 L |
