1992 Mercury Capri vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Capri weights approximately 564 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 NSU Prinz I 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 I. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri, 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, 1992 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Capri | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | Mercury | NSU |
Model | Capri | Prinz I |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |