1959 NSU Prinz vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 47 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 879 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, 2006 Saturn Vue, 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 NSU Prinz | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | NSU | Saturn |
| Model | Prinz | Vue |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
