1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 31 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 530 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Hyundai | NSU |
| Model | Lantra | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
