1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1966 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 132 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
