1963 NSU Prinz vs. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 642 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, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Prinz | 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | NSU | Vauxhall |
| Model | Prinz | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
