1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1968 Fiat 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 NSU Prinz (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 NSU Prinz should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1962 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, 1968 Fiat 600 (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Fiat | NSU |
Model | 600 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |