1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Luce | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
