2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 34 L |
