1961 NSU Prinz vs. 1957 Peugeot 203

To start off, 1961 NSU Prinz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1961 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.

Compare all specifications:

1961 NSU Prinz 1957 Peugeot 203
Make NSU Peugeot
Model Prinz 203
Year Released 1961 1957
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 583 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 30 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 42 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 73 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 6.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 70 L


 

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