1970 Honda N III vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 41 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 780 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 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 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | N III | C4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
