1975 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1975 NSU Ro 80 and 1975 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,390 cc, 1975 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1975 NSU Ro 80 | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
Make | NSU | Simca |
Model | Ro 80 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2390 cc | 944 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |