1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 250 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 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | NSU | Triumph |
Model | Prinz | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |