1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 NSU Prinz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1959 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, 1955 Peugeot 203 (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | NSU | Peugeot |
Model | Prinz | 203 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 43 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |