2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 35 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 495 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Barchetta | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2010 mm |
