1970 Honda N III vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 725 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 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | N III | Corolla |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
