1970 Honda N III vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 30 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 750 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 2000 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 2000 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | N III | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1290 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 |
