1963 NSU Prinz vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 36 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR-S weights approximately 405 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1963 NSU Prinz | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | NSU | Toyota |
Model | Prinz | MR-S |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |