1970 Honda N III vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 39 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III.
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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | N III | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
