1970 Honda N III vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 32 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 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 795 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | N III | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
