1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 1973 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1973 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Punto | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
