1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 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 581 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 NSU Prinz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Prinz (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Prinz should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Prinz weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1967 NSU Prinz (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Prinz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Fiat | NSU |
Model | 500 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 34 L |