1985 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 505 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.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | NSU |
| Model | Sigma | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
