1970 Honda N III vs. 1982 Renault 14
To start off, 1982 Renault 14 is newer by 12 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 1,217 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 14 weights approximately 325 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, 1982 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 14 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 | 1982 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | N III | 14 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |
