1961 NSU Prinz IV vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Toyota Crown is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Crown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 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, 1977 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 1977 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1961 NSU Prinz IV has manual transmission. 1961 NSU Prinz IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 NSU Prinz IV | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Prinz IV | Crown |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2700 mm |
