1963 NSU Prinz vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 24 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 821 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1963 NSU Prinz | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | NSU | Vauxhall |
Model | Prinz | Carlton |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |