1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 346 kg more than 1967 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Ro 80 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | NSU | Subaru |
| Model | Ro 80 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
