1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 17 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 825 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 164 | N III |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
