2007 Honda Accord vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 853 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1965 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1965 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Accord | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
