1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 995 kg more than 1965 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1965 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1965 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Sentia | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Sentia | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
