1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
Model | 1750 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |