1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 37 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1189 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | Dodge | NSU |
| Model | Caravan | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 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 | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
