1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 1 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 805 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
Model | 2600 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |