1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1961 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 14 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 260 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1961 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Chrysler | NSU |
| Model | Valiant | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
