1970 Honda N III vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1995 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 755 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 1995 Venturi Atlantique 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 1995 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique 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 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | N III | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
