1990 Honda Accord vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1990 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 845 kg more than 1966 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord, 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Honda | NSU |
Model | Accord | Prinz |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |