1970 Honda N III vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 38 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 1105 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, 2008 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Magentis 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 | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | N III | Magentis |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |