1962 NSU Prinz vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 48 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 732 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte, 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 NSU Prinz | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | NSU | Kia |
| Model | Prinz | Forte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
