1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1961 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 133 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 133 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 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, 1974 Fiat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1961 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 133 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
