1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1974 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1974 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 130 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2388 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
