1976 Audi 100 vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 15 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 645 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.
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, 1976 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Audi | NSU |
| Model | 100 | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
