1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 15 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1125 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 1985 Avanti Avanti 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 1985 Avanti Avanti 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. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Avanti Avanti | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | N III |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |