1974 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, both 1974 NSU Ro 80 and 1974 Seat 133 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 71 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Seat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 NSU Ro 80 | 1974 Seat 133 | |
| Make | NSU | Seat |
| Model | Ro 80 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 842 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
