1973 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 39 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 36 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1973 NSU Ro 80 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | NSU | Honda |
Model | Ro 80 | Insight |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1300 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |