1964 NSU Prinz vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1964 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 NSU Prinz | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prinz | Parati |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
