1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 34 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 657 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 weights approximately 269 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, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 (85 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm). This means 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | AZ-1 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
