1999 Honda Life vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1969 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1969 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Honda | NSU |
Model | Life | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |