2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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 2,390 cc, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1970 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda 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:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Panda | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
