2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1967 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1967 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1967 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | NSU |
| Model | Strada | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
