1970 Honda N III vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 31 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 858 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, 2001 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum 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 | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | N III | Signum |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
