1953 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. 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, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 1970 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 1100 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
