1973 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU Ro 80 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | NSU | Honda |
| Model | Ro 80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1668 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
