1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV would be higher. At 598 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 NSU Prinz IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 NSU Prinz IV (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 NSU Prinz IV should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 NSU Prinz IV weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1961 NSU Prinz IV (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 NSU Prinz IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Autobianchi | NSU |
| Model | Bianchina | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 37 L |
