1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1975 Toyota Century is newer by 16 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 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 1200 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz | 1975 Toyota Century | |
Make | NSU | Toyota |
Model | Prinz | Century |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |