1966 NSU Prinz vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1966 NSU Prinz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 NSU 1000 LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU 1000 LS (42 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU 1000 LS should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 NSU 1000 LS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1966 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, 1963 NSU 1000 LS (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 NSU 1000 LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Prinz | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | NSU | NSU |
| Model | Prinz | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 34 L |
