1961 NSU Prinz vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 NSU 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU 1200 (85 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz.
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, 1970 NSU 1200 (81 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm). This means 1970 NSU 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 NSU Prinz | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | NSU | NSU |
| Model | Prinz | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
