1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 27 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 755 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, 1986 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 NSU Prinz | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Prinz | Monza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
