1964 NSU Prinz vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 9 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 535 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1964 NSU Prinz | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | NSU | Toyota |
Model | Prinz | Corona |
Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |