1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 37 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 NSU Prinz 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto, 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 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Punto | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
