1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 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), 1982 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 530 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 1982 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 1982 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, 1982 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | N III |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
