1963 NSU Prinz vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 696 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Prinz | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | NSU | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prinz | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
