1966 Citroen DS vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1966 Citroen DS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 821 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS, 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, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Citroen | NSU |
| Model | DS | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2010 mm |
