1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1961 Mazda R 360 is newer by 2 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 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 NSU Prinz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 NSU Prinz (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 NSU Prinz should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 NSU Prinz weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. 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, 1959 NSU Prinz (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 NSU Prinz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mazda R 360 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | R 360 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
