1970 Honda N III vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 637 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 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2012 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | N III | Fit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2499 mm |
