1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1962 Austin A 90 is newer by 1 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 1005 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.
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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Austin | NSU |
| Model | A 90 | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
