1958 AC Aceca vs. 1973 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 AC Aceca 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 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1973 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | AC | NSU |
| Model | Aceca | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |
