1966 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, both 1966 Citroen 2CV and 1966 NSU Prinz were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 NSU Prinz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 NSU Prinz (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 NSU Prinz should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 NSU Prinz weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen 2CV | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Citroen | NSU |
| Model | 2CV | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
