2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Ducato | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
