1974 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,388 cc, 1974 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 NSU Ro 80 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | NSU | Triumph |
| Model | Ro 80 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
