1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1988 Eagle Summit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Eagle Summit weights approximately 467 kg more than 1965 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit, 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, 1988 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Eagle | NSU |
| Model | Summit | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
