1961 NSU Prinz IV vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 21 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 431 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, 1982 Opel Manta (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 NSU Prinz IV | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Prinz IV | Manta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2640 mm |
