1962 NSU Prinz vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1962 NSU Prinz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1962 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, 1955 Rover P4 (150 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 NSU Prinz | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | NSU | Rover |
| Model | Prinz | P4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
