1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 273 kg more than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80, 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Bel Air | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
