1983 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 408 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 NSU Prinz I 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 I. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | NSU |
| Model | Colt | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2010 mm |
