1996 Honda Civic vs. 1968 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1968 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1968 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Civic | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
