1963 DKW Junior vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1963 DKW Junior is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW Junior weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior, 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, 1963 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | DKW | NSU |
| Model | Junior | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2010 mm |
