2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 605 kg more than 1962 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Familia | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
