1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Cherry | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2050 mm |
