1970 Honda N III vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 37 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 440 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | N III | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
