1970 Honda N III vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 25 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 560 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra 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 | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | N III | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
