1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | N III |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
