1999 MCC Smart vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 599 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 135 kg more than 1967 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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1967 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1967 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | MCC | NSU |
| Model | Smart | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2010 mm |
