2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1965 NSU Prinz

To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 650 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, 2006 Mini Cooper, 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mini Cooper 1965 NSU Prinz
Make Mini NSU
Model Cooper Prinz
Year Released 2006 1965
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1598 cc 583 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 42 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 7.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 565 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 37 L


 

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