1998 Ford Royale vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1998 Ford Royale is newer by 39 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz.
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, 1998 Ford Royale, 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, 1998 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Royale | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Royale | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
