1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 27 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 325 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 1959 NSU Prinz 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Citroen | NSU |
Model | Visa | Prinz |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |