1970 Honda N III vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 36 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1509 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, 2006 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | N III | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
