1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 35 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 965 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.
Because 1959 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | NSU | Peugeot |
Model | Prinz | 605 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |