1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1965 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | 1300 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 583 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
