1970 Honda N III vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 560 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 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | N III | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |