1970 Honda N III vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 34 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 660 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | N III | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
