1961 Austin 7 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 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin 7 weights approximately 115 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin 7 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | N III |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
