1966 NSU Prinz vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Kadett weights approximately 255 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, 1976 Opel Kadett (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Prinz | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Prinz | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
