2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 31 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 286 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU Ro 80. 1969 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera 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:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Almera | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
