1999 AC Ace vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 1999 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80. 1970 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | AC | NSU |
| Model | Ace | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
