1970 Honda N III vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lotus Europa 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, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | N III | Europa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
