2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 32 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 26 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Mobilio | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
