1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1967 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Sierra | Prinz |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |