1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 19 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 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 1015 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.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
