1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1968 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1968 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1968 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Ritmo | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 37 L |
