1971 Morris Marina vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 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 Morris Marina (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Morris | NSU |
| Model | Marina | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 34 L |
