1979 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1964 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1979 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 525 kg more than 1964 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Cosmo | 1964 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Cosmo | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
