1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1964 Nissan Bluebird 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 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 401 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Bluebird | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2010 mm |
