1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1966 Austin A 60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 60 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 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, 1966 Austin A 60 (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Austin | NSU |
| Model | A 60 | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
