1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 39 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 330 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, 1998 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
Model | Prinz | Gol |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |