1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1965 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Familia | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 583 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
