2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1962 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Kia | NSU |
| Model | Sorento | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
