1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
| Model | Alfetta | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
