1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1977 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | N III |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
