2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (142 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
