2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 448 kg more than 1967 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1967 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1967 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Jazz | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
