1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 1959 Abarth 2200. 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80. 1970 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 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:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Abarth | NSU |
| Model | 2200 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
