1966 NSU Prinz vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 40 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz.
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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Prinz | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Prinz | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
