1970 Honda N III vs. 2005 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2005 Mazda Spiano is newer by 35 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 658 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Spiano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Spiano (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Spiano should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Spiano weights approximately 285 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, 2005 Mazda Spiano (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Spiano 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 | 2005 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | N III | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
