1967 NSU Prinz vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 815 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.
Because 1967 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Prinz | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Prinz | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
