1973 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 37 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, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
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, 2010 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU Ro 80. 1973 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU Ro 80 | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | NSU | Lancia |
| Model | Ro 80 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
