1961 NSU Prinz vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 44 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 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 635 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, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 NSU Prinz | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Prinz | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
