1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1966 Innocenti A 40 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti A 40 (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti A 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 235 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 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti A 40 | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Innocenti | NSU |
| Model | A 40 | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2050 mm |
