1970 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1970 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Nissan Fairlady 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 1970 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Fairlady | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Fairlady | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
