1965 NSU Prinz vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 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, 1969 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1965 NSU Prinz | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | NSU | Skoda |
Model | Prinz | 1202 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |