2004 Honda Civic vs. 1968 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1968 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1968 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 1968 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1968 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Civic | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
