1961 NSU Prinz IV vs. 2011 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 50 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 777 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.

Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke 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 2011 Nissan Juke
Make NSU Nissan
Model Prinz IV Juke
Year Released 1961 2011
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 598 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 30 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 44 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 565 kg 1342 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 50 L


 

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