1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 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 1,990 cc, 1969 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. 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 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | 128 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
