1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1977 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1977 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1977 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1977 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1977 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Berline | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |
