1970 Honda N III vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 465 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 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica 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 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | N III | Indica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 37 L |
