1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1964 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1964 Skoda Felicia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Skoda Felicia (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 325 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, 1964 Skoda Felicia (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz | 1964 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | NSU | Skoda |
Model | Prinz | Felicia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |