1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 NSU Prinz I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 NSU Prinz I weights approximately 16 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 1959 NSU Prinz I (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 NSU Prinz I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | Autobianchi | NSU |
Model | Bianchina | Prinz I |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |