1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Chrysler | NSU |
| Model | 1609 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
