1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 460 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta, 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Lancia | NSU |
Model | Delta | Prinz |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |