1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 797 cc, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 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, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
| Model | Compagno | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 583 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
