1970 Honda N III vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 625 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon 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 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | N III | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |