1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 22 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 645 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 1981 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1959 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1959 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 NSU Prinz | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | NSU | Nissan |
| Model | Prinz | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
