1970 Honda N III vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 830 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 Skoda Octavia (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | N III | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
