1999 Honda Civic vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 NSU Ro 80. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Civic | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
