1970 Honda N III vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 880 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max 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 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | N III | C-Max |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2648 mm |