1970 Honda N III vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 770 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 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | N III | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
