1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 600 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 600 weights approximately 55 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 1961 Abarth 600 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 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1961 Abarth 600 (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 600 | N III |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
