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NSU Prinz IV

General information

ModelNSU Prinz IV
Year1961
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating50.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size598 ccm (36.49 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement598 ccm (36.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 2 cylinder (twin)
Max power30.7 PS (23 kW or 30 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque44.00 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.5 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke76.0 x 66.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed116.0 km/h (72.1 mph)
0-60 miles27.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0549 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2840 litres (750 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (346.5 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight565 kg (1,245.6 pounds)
Overall length3570 mm (140.6 inches)
Overall width1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2050 mm (80.7 inches)
Fuel capacity37.0 litres (9.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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