1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1974 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU Ro 80 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 52 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 1974 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 1974 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Festiva | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2388 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
