The Audi plant in Neckarsulm in Germany turns 150. To celebrate this important anniversary, the house of the 4 rings has decided to create something special. The company presented the EP4, an electric restomod based on the NSU Prinz 4, a car built in the German plant from 1961 to 1973. was created thanks to the work of 12 Audi trainees who are carrying out their technical training in various fields such as mechatronics.
So, it's clear. An old NSU Prinz 4 was taken which is now available. been transformed into a small electric sports car. The work, however, was not concentrated solely on the engine because the design is also; been distorted to make it much more; modern. In the end, only part of the original car remains. survived the transformation.
The old man22 kW (30 HP) twin-cylinder engine been replaced with a new unit. of a 2020 Audi e-tron with 176 kW (240 hp). The new engine & egrave; powered by a battery sourced from an Audi Q7 TFSI e quattro Plug-in Hybrid (18 kWh). The accumulator is been placed in place of the petrol tank. The significant increase in performance required extensive modifications to the chassis and bodywork.
For example, a modified Audi A1 platform was used for the car > in addition to the brakes and axles always from the Audi A1. Furthermore, to make different parts of the car, it is necessary to use a different part of the car. a 3D printing process was used. There is also a rather large rear spoiler which is; bolted directly to the roll cage and not to the bodywork. The car is It was painted in the colors Audi Suzuka Gray and Brilliant Black.
According to what Audi says, the interior is basic. Occupants can count on 'Recaro Podium' seats. Not even a small on-board computer is missing.
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