1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1967 NSU Prinz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 625 kg more than 1967 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, 1961 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flavia | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Lancia | NSU |
Model | Flavia | Prinz |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |