2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1140 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Hyundai | NSU |
| Model | Santa Fe | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
