1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1975 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1975 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | 1300 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
