1970 Honda N III vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 375 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda 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 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | N III | Panda |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |