1970 Honda N III vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1972 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi 80 weights approximately 372 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1972 Audi 80 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 | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | N III | 80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
