1967 NSU Prinz vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Peugeot 504 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Prinz | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | NSU | Peugeot |
| Model | Prinz | 504 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
