1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1977 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1977 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1977 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1977 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1977 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1977 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 1500 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
