1962 NSU Prinz vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 585 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1962 NSU Prinz | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | NSU | Vauxhall |
Model | Prinz | Carlton |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |