1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1964 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1964 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 479 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1964 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Lancia | NSU |
| Model | Beta | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
