1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1962 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Ritmo | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |
