1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 32 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 703 cc (2 cylinders), 1991 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 NSU Prinz (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 NSU Prinz should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat 126 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz.
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, 1991 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 126 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
