1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1974 Kia Brisa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Kia Brisa (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Kia Brisa weights approximately 281 kg more than 1962 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 Kia Brisa (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Kia | NSU |
| Model | Brisa | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
