1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica 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 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 NSU Prinz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 NSU Prinz weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
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, 1963 NSU Prinz (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1963 NSU Prinz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | NSU |
| Model | Minica | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
