1963 NSU Prinz vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 480 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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Prinz | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | NSU | Triumph |
| Model | Prinz | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
