1964 NSU Prinz vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1968 Triumph Herald is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph Herald weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 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, 1968 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 NSU Prinz | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | NSU | Triumph |
| Model | Prinz | Herald |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 29 L |
