1970 Honda N III vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Twingo weights approximately 560 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 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo 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 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | N III | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
