1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 735 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 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 1981 Reliant Scimitar 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 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 NSU Prinz | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | NSU | Reliant |
| Model | Prinz | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
