1970 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, both 1970 Audi 100 and 1970 Honda N III were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 587 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 1970 Audi 100 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 1970 Audi 100. 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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 100 | N III |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 57.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |