1977 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | NSU |
| Model | Celeste | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
