1970 Honda N III vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1055 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 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2012 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | N III | 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2789 mm |
