1963 NSU Prinz vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1963 NSU Prinz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Skoda Octavia (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1963 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, 1962 Skoda Octavia (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Prinz | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | NSU | Skoda |
| Model | Prinz | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
