1959 NSU Prinz vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 46 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1210 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 NSU Prinz | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Prinz | Previa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
