1970 Honda N III vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini One weights approximately 575 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 Mini One (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Mini One 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 Mini One | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | N III | One |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |