1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1971 Citroen Ami 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 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen Ami (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen Ami weights approximately 160 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.
Because 1959 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 NSU Prinz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Citroen | NSU |
| Model | Ami | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2010 mm |
