1970 Honda N III vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 904 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | N III | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 114 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 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
