1962 NSU Prinz vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 NSU Prinz | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | NSU | Nissan |
| Model | Prinz | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
