1965 NSU Prinz vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1972 TVR 1600 is newer by 7 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 TVR 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR 1600 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR 1600 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 TVR 1600 weights approximately 331 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, 1972 TVR 1600 (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 TVR 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU Prinz | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | NSU | TVR |
| Model | Prinz | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
