1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 25 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | NSU |
| Model | Lantra | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
