1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 21 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 353 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Alfasud | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
