1983 Lada Niva vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 24 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 585 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 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Lada | NSU |
Model | Niva | Prinz |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |