1970 Honda N III vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 784 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 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | N III | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
