1961 NSU Prinz vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 29 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1961 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 NSU Prinz | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prinz | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
